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P-L557

Postgraduate Award (PGA)

1 year part-time

October and April

Centre for Lifelong Learning

University of Warwick

The Challenges of Careers Work in Higher Education Postgraduate Award enables you to develop an overview of the wider context in which higher education careers work takes place. It is made up of just one module which is described further below and has more accessible entry requirements. 

The Challenges of Careers Work in Higher Education Postgraduate Award enables you to develop an overview of the wider context in which higher education careers work takes place. The module is designed to develop reflective practice in CEIGHE focusing on: the student experience; the evolution and current development of higher education; the management of CEIGHE work; roles, organisations and policies; professional ethics, theoretical perspectives and values.

Blended learning: online interactive workshops (soon with the option of face-to-face) delivered by AGCAS Trainers, supported by Warwick online study materials.

Vary between 10-20 students.

The module typically consists of intensive workshops combined with independent learning using on-line study materials, links to key readings, online webinars, and tutorial support.

Assessed through a work-based project.

Your timetable

Your personalised timetable will be accessible when you register for the module and you will be allocated to any relevant Warwick small group classes. 

This course is designed for applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. This includes individuals who are currently involved in career development and coaching support, individuals who wish to work in these areas and those who are interested in studying these areas for personal interest. The University's standard entrance requirement is an undergraduate degree graded at 2:2 in any discipline*. Equivalent professional qualifications can also be considered.

Applicants must be able to produce written work of a good standard.

*If you have alternative qualifications and relevant experience, you are welcome to discuss these with the course team.

• Band A
• IELTS overall score of 6.5, minimum component scores not below 6.0.

There are no additional entry requirements for this course.

Challenges of Careers Work in Higher Education

This module enables participants to develop an overview of the wider context in which higher education careers work takes place. The module is designed to develop reflective practice in HE careers work focusing on: the student experience; the evolution and current development of higher education; the management of career and employability work; roles, organisations and policies; professional ethics, theoretical perspectives and values.

There are no optional modules for this course.

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